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LS03 NVX

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,299 mi
Last recorded121,299 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS03 NVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 121,299 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

surface rust on the rear chassis of the vehicle and the suspension components.

Fail 23 Oct 2020 121,299 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

surface rust on the rear chassis of the vehicle and the suspension components.

Pass 23 Mar 2019 118,090 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Apr 2018 112,016 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Apr 2018 112,016 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 106,211 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 99,566 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 91,368 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil light on

center seat belt not locking

Fail 13 Apr 2015 91,236 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil light on

center seat belt not locking

Pass 23 Apr 2014 82,611 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

oil level low

oil warning light on

Pass 22 Apr 2013 73,893 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r tyre tread perishing

Pass 16 Apr 2012 66,163 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 58,156 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 48,935 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 39,633 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 34,221 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 29,361 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 22,463 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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LS03 NVX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 59,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS03 NVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS03 NVX registered?

LS03 NVX is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is LS03 NVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS03 NVX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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